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Ready or Not by Cara Bastone

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emotional funny hopeful lighthearted reflective sad fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Husbands & Lovers by Beatriz Williams

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emotional funny mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

2.0

A Million Junes by Emily Henry

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adventurous dark emotional hopeful mysterious sad medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

The Love of My Afterlife by Kirsty Greenwood

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adventurous emotional funny mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.5

The Bodyguard by Katherine Center

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emotional funny medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

This Will Be Fun by E.B. Asher

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adventurous emotional funny hopeful inspiring lighthearted mysterious tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

5.0

Perfection.

"This Will Be Fun" by E.B. Asher shows that group projects don't always suck. The three writers that come together to form Asher's writing have a blend of sharp wit, emotional depth, and a keen understanding of what makes a story fun while also tapping into some deeper emotions as well.

We follow Beatrice, Elowen, and Clare work through the complications of trying to save the realm without their leader, 10 years older, and all the other complicated feelings that go along with that. Hearing from all three perspectives keeps the pace moving quickly without rehashing each moment.

E.B. Asher has crafted a story that is not only entertaining but also emotional, making it a must-read for anyone who appreciates a romantasy with wit and adventure.

Thank you to #NetGalley for the ARC of this book! What a treat!
Two Parts Sugar, One Part Murder by Valerie Burns

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adventurous emotional funny mysterious medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.75

The Friend Zone by Abby Jimenez

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challenging emotional reflective sad tense fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Starter Villain by John Scalzi

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adventurous funny mysterious slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.5

Friends with Secrets by Christine Gunderson

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adventurous dark emotional funny hopeful mysterious tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? A mix
  • Strong character development? Yes
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? No
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.0